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“The 7-Ups”
Author Unknown
If you are looking for a short list of a few good things on which to focus throughout the day to ensure success, the following list is a great place to start.
- Wake up! Decide to have a good day. “This is the day which the Lord has made: We will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24)
- Dress up! The best way to dress is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. “…for the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart: (I Samuel 16:7)
- Shut up! Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. “He who guards his mouth preserves his life” (Proverbs 13:3)
- Stand up! …for what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything. “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all” (Galatians 6:9-10)
- Look up! …to the Lord. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13)
- Reach up! …for something higher. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
- Lift up! …your prayers. “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6)
